Lottery

A lottery is a game of chance in which participants purchase tickets or entries for a chance to win prizes, typically in the form of money or goods. The winners are determined through a random drawing, where numbers or tickets are selected from a pool. Lotteries are often organized by governments or authorized organizations as a means of generating revenue for public projects or causes. They can vary widely in structure, including types such as traditional number draws, scratch-off tickets, and online lotteries. The element of chance is central to lotteries, as winning is not based on skill but rather a random selection process.